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Contents Introduction 28 This guide 30 Safety icons 31 Other icons used 31 Your computer's features and specifications ....32 Other documentation 32 Service options 32 Chapter 1: Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work 33 Setting up a work environment 33 Keeping yourself comfortable 34 Computer user comfort recommendations .......34 Good Working Posture 34 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 35 Typing style 36 Taking breaks and varying tasks 36 Mobile computing tips 37 Transporting the notebook 37 Seeking additional help 37 22
Contents Introduction 28 This guide 30 Safety icons 31 Other icons used 31 Your computer's features and specifications ....32 Other documentation 32 Service options 32 Chapter 1: Getting Started 33 Selecting a place to work 33 Setting up a work environment 33 Keeping yourself comfortable 34 Computer user comfort recommendations .......34 Good Working Posture 34 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 35 Typing style 36 Taking breaks and varying tasks 36 Mobile computing tips 37 Transporting the notebook 37 Seeking additional help 37 22
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...74 Cleaning the computer 75 Moving the computer 75 Using a computer lock 75 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 78 Function keys 79 Special Windows® keys 80 Mouse properties 80 Touch Screen 81 Starting an app 81 Starting an app from the...85 Recording optical media 85 Removing a disc with the computer on 86 Removing a disc with the computer off 86 Toshiba's online resources 87 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 88 Toshiba's energy-saver design 88 Running the computer on battery power 88 Battery Notice 89 Power management 90 Charging the main ...
...74 Cleaning the computer 75 Moving the computer 75 Using a computer lock 75 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 77 Computing tips 77 Using the keyboard 78 Function keys 79 Special Windows® keys 80 Mouse properties 80 Touch Screen 81 Starting an app 81 Starting an app from the...85 Recording optical media 85 Removing a disc with the computer on 86 Removing a disc with the computer off 86 Toshiba's online resources 87 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 88 Toshiba's energy-saver design 88 Running the computer on battery power 88 Battery Notice 89 Power management 90 Charging the main ...
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...126 HDD Protection Utility 127 Function Key 128 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 129 PC Health Monitor 130 Recovery Media Creator 131 Service Station 131 TOSHIBA Application Installer 132 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 133 Problems that are easy to fix 133 Problems when you turn on the ...can help you 140 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 140 Checking device properties 140 Memory problems 141 Power and the batteries 142 Keyboard problems 143 Display problems 144 Disk or storage drive problems 146 Error-checking 146 Optical disc drive problems 148 Sound system problems 149
...126 HDD Protection Utility 127 Function Key 128 PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 129 PC Health Monitor 130 Recovery Media Creator 131 Service Station 131 TOSHIBA Application Installer 132 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 133 Problems that are easy to fix 133 Problems when you turn on the ...can help you 140 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 140 Checking device properties 140 Memory problems 141 Power and the batteries 142 Keyboard problems 143 Display problems 144 Disk or storage drive problems 146 Error-checking 146 Optical disc drive problems 148 Sound system problems 149
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... in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch ...163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function ...
... in the Windows® operating system 154 If you need further assistance 159 Contacting Toshiba 159 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 159 Toshiba's worldwide offices 160 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys 161 Functions 161 Help file 162 Display brightness 162 Output (Display switch ...163 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 164 Media buttons 164 Volume Mute 165 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............165 Keyboard Function ...
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... ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of clutter so that your elbow...to your legs and feet are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be supported by the seat. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for working comfortably throughout the day. 34 ...
... ❖ Adjust the chair arm rests: they should be about the same height as the keyboard and comfortably support your arms, allowing your shoulders to relax. ❖ When using the keyboard, it should be centered in temperature or humidity and sources of clutter so that your elbow...to your legs and feet are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in front of you. ❖ The keyboard and pointing device should be supported by the seat. Keeping yourself comfortable This section provides information for working comfortably throughout the day. 34 ...
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... mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by using blinds. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of text ... Selecting a place to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on objects that are farther away. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using a notebook for long hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ ...
... mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by using blinds. We recommend that you have a brightness approaching that of text ... Selecting a place to make viewing comfortable. ❖ Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on objects that are farther away. Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor (Sample Illustration) Correct posture ❖ When using a notebook for long hours, it may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ ...
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... your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of the monitor should be centered in front of your applications. A monitor that is too ...10070; The monitor should be on a regular basis to avoid working . 36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use. ❖ Don't rest ...
... your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts for your body. ❖ The top of the monitor should be centered in front of your applications. A monitor that is too ...10070; The monitor should be on a regular basis to avoid working . 36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use. ❖ Don't rest ...
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... specific recommendations on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you hold the mouse or trackball with...
... specific recommendations on the ground? ❏ Is there adequate space under your desk for your legs? ❏ Are the keyboard and mouse at elbow level? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the keyboard? ❏ Are your shoulders relaxed when using the mouse? ❏ Do you hold the mouse or trackball with...
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... plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection...
... plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to ensure a secure electrical connection...
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... may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using it...
... may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using it...
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... on certain models. Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...
... on certain models. Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an...
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... computer. Make sure there is to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. For more information on purchasing a cable... lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer ...
... computer. Make sure there is to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through or around some part of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. For more information on purchasing a cable... lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through the loop. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer ...
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... off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. This precaution is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a regular basis.... Turning off the computer while it unless you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard It is easy to a disk may be lost. For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place...
... off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. This precaution is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the data on a regular basis.... Turning off the computer while it unless you will lose all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard It is easy to a disk may be lost. For more information, see "Data and system configuration backup in a safe place...
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For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Learning the Basics 79 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in ... only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 161.
For more information, see "TOSHIBA Function Keys" on the computer. Learning the Basics 79 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard NOTE To capture a print screen of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in ... only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. (Sample Illustration) PRTSC key on the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with icons execute specific functions on page 161.
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... your selection. 80 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that appears, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the Search field...
... your selection. 80 Learning the Basics Mouse properties Special Windows® keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that appears, click your pointer over the upper or lower right corner of the settings in the Search field...
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... go to enable/disable volume mute. 84 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light...
... go to enable/disable volume mute. 84 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located above the keyboard allow you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on . 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light...
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... tasks like turning off the power and advanced PC settings. By clicking on the Desktop tile from your favorite apps and Web sites to your keyboard or on your contacts and other important information. You can also use the Windows® key ( ) on the LCD screen to go to the Windows...
... tasks like turning off the power and advanced PC settings. By clicking on the Desktop tile from your favorite apps and Web sites to your keyboard or on your contacts and other important information. You can also use the Windows® key ( ) on the LCD screen to go to the Windows...
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In those cases, power on the computer to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation Sleep and Charge (Available on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ ODD tray lock-Allows you to set conditions ...the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ HDD Protection-Allows you to enable or disable HDD Protection ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to charge the device. Compatible ports are compliant with certain external devices even if they are USB ports that supports the USB Sleep...
In those cases, power on the computer to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation Sleep and Charge (Available on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys ❖ LAN-Allows you to set networking functions ❖ ODD tray lock-Allows you to set conditions ...the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ HDD Protection-Allows you to enable or disable HDD Protection ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to charge the device. Compatible ports are compliant with certain external devices even if they are USB ports that supports the USB Sleep...
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...; When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. In that interfaces with their own chargers. ❖ If an external device is connected to the compatible port when the AC adaptor is...
...; When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. In that interfaces with their own chargers. ❖ If an external device is connected to the compatible port when the AC adaptor is...
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... off automatically? Is your software using the internal storage drive more information on maintaining battery power, see your accessories information included with your keyboard driver. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for your Power...if the battery is charging. You may become inaccurate. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. For more ? You have reached the end of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. Refer to the documentation that...
... off automatically? Is your software using the internal storage drive more information on maintaining battery power, see your accessories information included with your keyboard driver. To purchase a new battery pack, see "Changing the main battery" on the most recent software and hardware options for your Power...if the battery is charging. You may become inaccurate. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at accessories.toshiba.com. For more ? You have reached the end of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. Refer to the documentation that...
